CAD Import of multiple block instances

grahamcook
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CAD Import of multiple block instances

grahamcook
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Hi

We have a dwg file that we would like to import into Revit as contextual information.  The dwg file consists of one tree definition (block) and multiple block references (instances).
When we import into Revit its brings in exactly one tree which I assume is the Block definition.  Why is it not bring in each instance?

I've check view cropping, view range etc.
Is this expected behaviour or maybe a bug?  I'm using Revit 2020.2

I attach the dwg.

dwgImport.JPG

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syman2000
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I've look at your CAD file. It seems Revit will not respect 3d solid with XYZ as different scale. If I convert them to 3d face, it will translate into Revit. See attached.

 

3d solid.pngXYZ.png

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grahamcook
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Thank you Syman.  That done the trick!  Yes, I'm finding Revit is not very good at importing Solid geometry from AutoCAD.  Very hit and miss particularly with more complex stuff.
This is part of an automated process so I'll get the user to change the tree block to not use a Solid.

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